Dermal Fillers

How to avoid complications from dermal fillers

Sean T. Doherty, MD | Brookline, MA Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Injectable fillers remain one of the most popular procedures in the world thanks to their effectiveness, versatility and the fact that social media has raised awareness and social acceptability.

Be aware of the risks and complications of silicone fillers

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS | Santa Monica, CA Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Silicone-based fillers may seem appealing because they last longer than other types of fillers; however, they have never been approved by the FDA for use as cosmetic dermal fillers. Despite this, many licensed and unlicensed practitioners in the United States have used silicone gel as a filler for the face and body.

Med spa treatments to consider if your plastic surgeon is booked

Brian Kobienia, MD | Plymouth, MN Friday, May 20, 2022

With an increased demand for surgical facial procedures, many board-certified plastic surgeons find their surgical schedule completely booked out for several months. People looking for a quicker fix for signs of aging can and should consider nonsurgical aesthetic treatments.

How to put your best face forward when the age of Zoom ends

David L. Kaufman, MD | Folsom, CA Wednesday, December 1, 2021

Zoom meetings and Slack chats have certainly taken over the workplace in the last year or two, but we are finally starting to see a gradual shift back to the office and in-person meetings. While that is great news for some, others of us may feel that their appearance could use a little pick-me-up after staring at themselves on Zoom for so long.

If you start injectables young, can you prevent aging?

Eric Chang, MD | Columbia, MD Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Younger Millennials, and even the older members of Gen Z, are looking to be proactive and prevent aging from ever occurring.

What you need to know about dermal fillers

Shahram Salemy, MD, FACS | Seattle, WA Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Even before the age of Zoom, more and more Americans have been increasingly choosing nonsurgical options to achieve a more youthful, supple appearance.

How long do dermal fillers last?

Ashley Amalfi, MD | Rochester, NY Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Having a graceful, well-defined neckline is a small thing that can make a dramatic difference in your appearance. Yet factors like age, weight loss and genetics can all contribute to problems like loose neck skin, sagging jowls or a double chin.

Beat the "Zoom gloom" and touch up your appearance for the holidays

Michele Shermak, MD | Lutherville, MD Tuesday, December 15, 2020

After months of hiding under a mask, wearing athleisure clothing and maintaining a relatively isolated existence, here is hoping that the holiday time will provide a reason to put on your best face and finally pull some nicer clothing out of the closet!

What can you do to help your injectable fillers last longer?

Eric Mariotti, MD | Concord, CA Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Dermal fillers are versatile treatments that can not only temporarily smooth away lines and wrinkles, but also restore lost facial volume and plump and reshape the lips.

Chrissy Teigen removed her breast implants: Five things to know if you consider the procedure

Kendra Y. Mims | ASPS Staff Monday, June 15, 2020

Author, TV host and model Chrissy Teigen posted a comical, cute “Bye Boobies” card from her 4-year-old daughter on Instagram last Thursday to let her followers know her breast implant removal surgery “went perfectly” despite her soreness.

How to maintain injectable results while under quarantine

Josef Hadeed, MD, FACS | Beverly Hills, CA Tuesday, April 14, 2020

How is it possible to maintain the results of your most recent injectable treatment while being under quarantine?

How can you get injectables without looking overdone?

Paul Vitenas, Jr., MD | Houston, TX Friday, March 6, 2020

How can you get an injectable without the worry of looking fake, frozen or just plain overdone? Get started by doing your homework and making a plan.

Traditional facelift vs noninvasive facelift

Frederic Corbin, MD | Beverly Hills, CA Tuesday, March 3, 2020

When your face is beginning to show the signs of aging, you may want to consider undergoing a facelift procedure to turn back the hands of time.

What's behind the cost of Botox and injectable fillers?

Eric Mariotti, MD | Concord, CA Friday, December 6, 2019

The price of popular cosmetic treatments like Botox and dermal fillers is a factor that many people take into consideration before booking their appointment.

Taking the mystery out of Botox and dermal fillers

Eric Chang, MD | Columbia, MD Friday, October 4, 2019

According to the latest plastic surgery statistics report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, there were approximately 7.4 million injections of botulinum toxin (Botox) and 2.6 million dermal filler injections in 2018.

What can men expect during their dermal fillers recovery?

Paul Vitenas, Jr., MD | Houston, TX Friday, April 5, 2019

Noninvasive techniques, such as injectable dermal fillers, offer men the advantage of a quick, in-office procedure with immediate results and no downtime.

Four noninvasive cosmetic treatments customized for men

Lee Daniel, MD | Eugene, OR Friday, March 22, 2019

As noninvasive cosmetic treatments continue to grow in popularity, so has their demand among men. Theses procedures can offer wonderful results, little downtime and affordable costs.

The best lip enhancement treatment for you

Roy Kim, MD | San Francisco, CA Friday, December 21, 2018

Whether you have a "gummy" smile, wrinkles above your lips, downturned corners of your mouth or just want a luscious pout, there is an option to enhance your lips.

How to achieve the ultimate jawline

Roy Kim, MD | San Francisco, CA Friday, November 2, 2018

Ever noticed that having a sharp, defined jawline is a sign of health, fitness and youth? At any age, a well-defined jaw helps show off a more youthful you.

Facial rejuvenation procedures should be customized for each patient

Stephen Chidyllo, MD, DDS, FACS | West Long Branch, NJ Friday, August 10, 2018

The term "facial rejuvenation" can be applied to many popular procedures, and it's important to understand which procedure is right for you and your goals.

Five minimally invasive treatments to look your best this summer

Lee Daniel, MD | Eugene, OR Friday, July 20, 2018

Take advantage of the summer months to stock up on some of these great minimally invasive skin and body treatments so you can look and feel your best while the weather is at its most gorgeous!

Facial rejuvenation treatments that are right for you

Rod Rohrich, MD, FACS | Dallas, TX Friday, March 16, 2018

How do you know whether facial rejuvenation is right for you? What are your options for facial rejuvenation?

How can plastic surgery rejuvenate your cheeks?

Stephen Chidyllo, MD, DDS, FACS | West Long Branch, NJ Friday, February 16, 2018

"Doctor, my cheeks are falling!" This is a comment I hear often in my practice. "I used to have high, full cheekbones and now my cheeks are flat."

Surgical and nonsurgical options to plump up your lips

J. Timothy Katzen, MD | Beverly Hills, CA & Las Vegas, NV Tuesday, July 25, 2017

Nowadays, women and men crave fuller looking lips. Celebrities such as Kylie Jenner and Bella Thorne have made fuller lips the "in" look.

Cosmetic procedures to get a summer body fast

Kent Higdon, MD & Christopher Tokin, MD | Nashville, TN Thursday, July 6, 2017

While the more invasive procedures may involve too much downtime to get you back out there before the end of summer, there are still things your plastic surgeon can do for you to help you feel comfortable and confident.

The top five procedures to help you look your best for the holidays

Paul Vitenas, Jr., MD | Houston, TX Tuesday, November 1, 2016

Who doesn't want to look fabulous during the holidays? The problem is, a refreshed and rejuvenated appearance takes time and planning. Now that summer is over, it is the time to make an appointment with your board-certified plastic surgeon.

The basics of dermal fillers

Tito Vasquez, MD | Southport, CT Tuesday, August 23, 2016

Today both injectables and fillers are commonplace treatments to eliminate facial wrinkles. However, unlike injectables, which temporarily paralyze active muscle, fillers are used to plump the problem area to lift and soften the appearance wrinkles.

How to achieve the perfect pout

Smita Ramanadham, MD | Boston, MA Wednesday, July 20, 2016

What do Jennifer Lawrence, Scarlett Johansson, Jennifer Garner, and Kylie Jenner all have in common? The perfectly plump sexy pout that women of all ages are seeking.

Look as good as you feel in 2016

Jay Lucas, MD | Knoxville, TN Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Want to look as good as you feel in the new year? These are the procedure you'll want to consider.

Facial fat grafting vs facial fillers

Jay Lucas, MD | Knoxville, TN Wednesday, December 2, 2015

What is the best option for restoring volume to your face? Fat grafting or filler agents?

Couples plastic surgery by the decade

Anita Patel, MD | Beverly Hills, CA Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Couples plastic surgery has never been more in. Discover which cosmetic procedures are recommended for couples as they age.

2013 stats reveal advances in plastic surgery driving growth

David Reath, MD | Knoxville, TN Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Our number one cosmetic procedure was breast augmentation, followed by rhinoplasty (nose reshaping), eyelid surgery, liposuction and facelifts.

The increasing popularity of nonsurgical facial rejuvenation

John Alexander II, MD | San Diego, CA Thursday, December 12, 2013

According to statistics from ASPS, Botox was the number one nonsurgical procedure performed in the United States last year. With over six million injections performed in the U.S. in 2012, there were actually far more appointments booked for this noninvasive rejuvenation option compared to the more than 120,000 facelifts performed the same year.

My face looks 50, my hands look 65: Can I make them match?

Peter Geldner, MD | Chicago, IL Friday, November 22, 2013

Like the rest of our bodies, our hands show signs of aging that may include brown spots, thinning skin, wrinkles, and large veins. I recently had a very happy facelift patient who looked 15 years younger, but suddenly the skin on her hands didn’t match her rejuvenated face. There a few simple procedures that can make your hands match your new youthful appearance.

'Tis the season for plastic surgery?

Jeffrey Weinzweig, MD | Chicago, IL Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Shopping malls and airports aren't the only places that see more action around the holidays. This is also the time of year that merry-makers crowd the offices of plastic surgeons everywhere.

ASPS Annual Statistics: Plastic Surgery in 2012

David Reath, MD | Knoxville, TN Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Each year, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons releases statistics about the number and variety of plastic surgery procedures that were performed in the previous year. This is a bit of a "state of the field" for plastic surgery.